Monday, May 18, 2026 | Concord, NH
Built for the people who operate, manage, and support New Hampshire’s recycling and transfer stations.
Join solid waste professionals from across the region for a full day of practical workshops and real-world conversations focused on the day-to-day realities of municipal recycling and waste management. From safety and compliance to equipment, markets, and policy updates, this conference delivers information you can put to work immediately.
Who Should Attend?
Transfer station operators, public works and solid waste staff, recycling coordinators, municipal leaders, state agency staff, industry partners, and engaged community members.
If you are responsible for managing materials, maintaining safe operations, meeting regulatory requirements, or planning for the future of your facility — this conference is for you.
What to Expect
This one-day event at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord features multiple breakout workshop tracks and a dynamic exhibit area. Built-in networking breaks allow time to connect with colleagues, ask questions, and explore tools and services available through exhibitors.
Hundreds of attendees include representatives from:
- Transfer stations and recycling facilities
- State and local governments
- Recycling and waste management companies
- Community organizations
- Interested residents
Conference Goals
The 2026 Conference will:
- Share practical tools, training, and technical assistance available to municipal programs
- Highlight proven best practices and real-world lessons from across the region
- Create meaningful opportunities to connect and problem-solve
- Support forward-looking planning to address emerging challenges and changing markets
Registration Open
Practical sessions. Real-world solutions. Valuable connections.
Standard Rates
Available through May 8 at 12:00 PM
- NH Recycles Member: $225
- Non-Member: $310
- Municipal Member Additional Attendee: $170 ($55 savings)
Registration ends May 8 at noon.
North Country Operators — Complimentary Registration Available
Thanks to an EPA Recycling Education and Outreach Grant, NH Recycles is again offering complimentary registrations for eligible North Country transfer station operators.
Sponsorship & Exhibitor Registration Now Open
More than half of exhibitor booths are already sold.
The Recycling Conference & Expo is one of New England’s premier municipal recycling events. Sponsors and exhibitors gain direct access to the professionals making solid waste and recycling decisions across the region.
Why Sponsor or Exhibit?
- Connect face-to-face with municipal leaders and operators
- Showcase products and services in a focused exhibit environment
- Build brand visibility before, during, and after the event
- Be part of the region’s leading recycling conversation
Secure Your Booth or Sponsorship Today
Exhibit space is limited and expected to fill quickly.
Registration Requirements for Businesses
To support a positive and fair conference experience, private, for-profit businesses must participate as sponsors or exhibitors in order to attend the NH Recycles Recycling Conference & Expo. Prospective new sponsors or exhibitors may attend one conference as attendees-only with prior approval from the Executive Director. All attendees associated with an industry-related private or for-profit business must register by the deadline; walk-ins are not permitted. Businesses that market recyclables covered by NH Recycles’ cooperative marketing programs must be approved NH Recycles vendors to sponsor or exhibit. Questions are welcome—please contact the Executive Director to learn more.
Why a One-Day Conference?
Based on feedback from municipalities, operators, and exhibitors, the conference has moved to a streamlined one-day format.
This approach:
- Reduces travel and time away from facilities
- Lowers overall costs for municipal members
- Maintains a full program with five concurrent workshop rooms
You’ll still have a full slate of sessions — just in a more focused format.
Join Us
The 2026 Recycling Conference & Expo is designed for the professionals who keep New Hampshire’s recycling and waste management programs running every day.
We look forward to seeing you on May 18, 2026.
